Important Information6 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/helpL This product is unable to make calls when:– the handset batteries need recharging orhave failed.– there is a power failure.BatteryL We recommend using the batteries notedon page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.L Do not mix old and new batteries.L Do not open or mutilate the batteries.Released electrolyte from the batteries iscorrosive and may cause burns or injury tothe eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic andmay be harmful if swallowed.L Exercise care when handling the batteries.Do not allow conductive materials such asrings, bracelets, or keys to touch thebatteries, otherwise a short circuit maycause the batteries and/or the conductivematerial to overheat and cause burns.L Charge the batteries provided with oridentified for use with this product only, inaccordance with the instructions andlimitations specified in this manual.L Only use a compatible base unit (orcharger) to charge the batteries. Do nottamper with the base unit (or charger).Failure to follow these instructions maycause the batteries to swell or explode.Attention:A nickel metal hydride battery that isrecyclable powers the product you havepurchased.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837) for information on how to recycle thisbattery.Important safetyinstructionsWhen using your product, basic safetyprecautions should always be followed toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock, andinjury to persons, including the following:1. Do not use this product near water forexample, near a bathtub, washbowl,kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wetbasement or near a swimming pool.2. Avoid using a telephone (other than acordless type) during an electrical storm.There may be a remote risk of electricshock from lightning.3. Do not use the telephone to report a gasleak in the vicinity of the leak.4. Use only the power cord and batteriesindicated in this manual. Do not dispose ofbatteries in a fire. They may explode.Check with local codes for possible specialdisposal instructions.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSFor best performanceBase unit location/avoiding noiseThe base unit and other compatible Panasonicunits use radio waves to communicate witheach other.L For maximum coverage and noise-freecommunications, place your base unit:– at a convenient, high, and centrallocation with no obstructions betweenthe handset and base unit in an indoorenvironment.– away from electronic appliances such asTVs, radios, personal computers,wireless devices, or other phones.– facing away from radio frequencytransmitters, such as external antennasof mobile phone cell stations. (Avoidputting the base unit on a bay window ornear a window.)L Coverage and voice quality depends on thelocal environmental conditions.